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The Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera is currently $129.99, down from $249.99, its lowest price ever, according to price trackers .
PCMag gave it an Editor’s Choice award with an Excellent rating, citing its 2K HDR video quality and powerful 3,000-lumen floodlight, all in a wire-free setup. Unlike wired floodlight cameras, this one doesn’t require complex installation—just mount it using the included screws, connect to 2.4GHz wifi, and you’re set. Its 160-degree field of view covers a lot of ground, and its color night vision works well, though colors aren’t as vibrant in low-light conditions. Motion alerts are reportedly fast and accurate, and thanks to its Advanced Object Detection feature, you’ll know if it’s a person, animal, or car—not just a random movement.
The floodlight itself is dimmable and has a 4,000k white color temperature, making it bright enough to deter intruders but not blinding if you just need some visibility. You can turn it on manually via the Arlo Secure app or have it trigger automatically with motion detection. The camera also has a 12x digital zoom with Auto Zoom and Tracking, so it can follow movement in its frame. The battery is rechargeable and lasts several months, but if you’d rather not deal with recharging, Arlo sells an optional solar panel (or you can get it bundled for $179.99 , down from $309.98 right now) or an outdoor magnetic cable ($49.99) for continuous power. A small catch: To access recorded footage, you’ll need an Arlo Smart Plan subscription —starting at $2.99/month for one camera and $9.99/month for up to five cameras (or more if you want 4K recording).
Performance-wise, the daytime video is crisp with excellent color, and night vision is solid up to 25 feet. Motion detection is reliable, notifications arrive quickly, and cloud-stored footage is sharp. There’s some minor barrel distortion, but it’s not a dealbreaker, notes the PCMag review . Additionally, it works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT applets, giving it solid smart home integration.
